Samsung NX210 vs Samsung TL220
90 Imaging
62 Features
57 Overall
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95 Imaging
35 Features
27 Overall
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Samsung NX210 vs Samsung TL220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 117 x 63 x 37mm
- Revealed August 2012
- Older Model is Samsung NX200
- Later Model is Samsung NX300
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 169g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
- Revealed August 2009
- Alternate Name is ST500
Samsung NX210 vs Samsung TL220 Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Samsung NX210 vs Samsung TL220, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are sold by Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the NX210 (20MP) and TL220 (12MP) and the NX210 (APS-C) and TL220 (1/2.3") come with different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe NX210 was revealed 3 years later than the TL220 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung TL220 being a Compact camera.
Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the NX210 scores against the TL220 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung NX210 vs Samsung TL220 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX210 & Samsung TL220. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung NX210 Gallery & Samsung TL220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX210 over the Samsung TL220
NX210 | TL220 | |||
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Revealed | August 2012 | August 2009 | Fresher by 37 months | |
Manually focus | Very precise focus | |||
Screen resolution | 614k | 230k | Crisper screen (+384k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL220 over the Samsung NX210
TL220 | NX210 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung NX210 and Samsung TL220
NX210 | TL220 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Samsung NX210 vs Samsung TL220 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and size. The Samsung NX210 features exterior measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Samsung TL220 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Samsung NX210 vs Samsung TL220 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the NX210 against the TL220.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the NX210 and TL220 is 90 and 95 respectively.
Samsung NX210 vs Samsung TL220 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by checking specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the NX210 and TL220.
All in all, both of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The NX210 having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Samsung NX210 will give more detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The newer NX210 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
Samsung NX210 vs Samsung TL220 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung NX210 vs Samsung TL220 Specifications
Samsung NX210 | Samsung TL220 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung NX210 | Samsung TL220 |
Also Known as | - | ST500 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-08-14 | 2009-08-13 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 15 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 27-124mm (4.6x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Total lenses | 32 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 614k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 3.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 222 grams (0.49 lb) | 169 grams (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 117 x 63 x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 71 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 719 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | BC1030 | SLB-07A |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $625 | $90 |